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BA French and International Relations at Queen's University Belfast

Queen's University Belfast, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A joint honours BA combining French language and culture with International Relations, with a period of residence in a Francophone country in the third year. Students can begin French as a beginner.

Department: Arts, English and Languages  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Intake: 2027/28  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

French language, culture and society alongside political theory, political institutions and international relations. Students spend normally eight months or more abroad after Stage 2, working as a school assistant or on a work placement.

Career pathways

Provides skills for the civil service, media, the charity sector and education; placement opportunities exist with bodies such as the Department of Justice, Equality Commission and BBC Northern Ireland. Postgraduate routes include International Relations and Global Security and Borders.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer ABB (A-level) for 2027/28 entry.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,985 a year (2026/27). NI/ROI residency, full-time undergraduate tuition; 2026/27 rate Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time

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